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Snotra

In Norse mythology Snotra is a goddess of the Ęsir. She held domain over virtue, wisdom, self-discipline and justice.

Her name means "wise" or "graceful".

Snorri Sturluson tells us that she is wise and noble. He also says that from her name comes the adjective snotr that means "wise".



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